Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's student population of 539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2878 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
80%
17%
White
2%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy's ranking?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is ranked #2878 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
539 students attend Columbus Arts & Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offer ?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy part of?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is part of Columbus Arts & Technology Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Arts & Technology Academy located?
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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